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The Brian Lehrer Show

Wednesday, September 18, 2002
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    Game's Up In Greece

    A court in Athens recently struck down a new law prohibiting computer games and all forms of gambling except in licensed casinos. The government is set to appeal the decision, and if it wins, Europe's biggest bettors--and all Greek gameboy users--will have to go abroad to indulge their passion. Also, the exciting life of America's longest-lived president, John Adams.

Clinton’s Curse

Matt Cooper, Deputy Washington Bureau Chief for Time Magazine and Doug Chapin, Director of Electionline.org advocate for election reform and explain why Bill Clinton’s appointees did so poorly in the primaries

Post-Traumatic Financial Disorder

David Chen, reporter for the New York Times, untangles the problems with the victims’ compensation fund

It's All Greek to Me

Billy Mitsis, Greek gamer and co-founder of a gaming website in Greece, explains the ban on video games in Greece

The Adams Family

David McCullough, author of John Adams (Simon & Schuster, 2001) resurrects the memory of America’s most intriguing ignored founding father.

30 Issues in 30 Days

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Once again, 30 Issues in 30 Days is taking on the election season by going beyond the horse race and examining the real issues that are at stake for the people of New York and New Jersey in the Mayoral and Gubernatorial contest. See the schedule and help craft the segments at the 30 Issues Wiki!

Michael Moore on Brian's 20th Anniversary

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Live from the Greene Space: Michael Moore talks about his new documentary, Capitalism: A Love Story and Brian celebrates the 20 year anniversary of The Brian Lehrer Show.

Uncommon Indicators

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The Brian Lehrer Show wants to hear how the economy is affecting the little things in your daily life. Share your stories and photos of the downturn.

Help us map abandoned lots, stalled construction and unsold condos.

Digesting Politics

Brian, Bob, and Andrea

WNYC's political team of Brian Lehrer, Bob Hennelly, and Andrea Bernstein talk politics and more over lunch each week. Hear the latest episode and subscribe to the podcast here!

Video Picks

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Check out some recent video clips of interviews with guests and Brian Lehrer's weekly Web video picks.